Description
Indulge your guests with these Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs, a delightful twist on the classic appetizer! Featuring a creamy filling infused with bold Cajun spices and topped with succulent shrimp, these deviled eggs are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for parties, picnics, or any casual gathering, this dish promises to be a showstopper that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit different spice levels, these deviled eggs offer a gourmet experience without the fuss. Impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat that captures the essence of Southern cuisine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 20 medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jalapeño (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs by simmering in water for 12 minutes. Cool and peel.
- Halve the eggs and mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, and spices until smooth.
- Season shrimp with spices and sear in olive oil until cooked through.
- Fill egg whites with yolk mixture, top each with a shrimp and slice of jalapeño.
- Serve chilled on a platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling and Searing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg